politics Netanyahu orders direct talks with Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah and seek peace Israel will open direct talks with Lebanon aimed at demilitarising Hezbollah and creating peaceful ties, after intense strikes and Lebanon's move to restrict weapons to state forces. 3 hours ago · Israel · 23 articles
science Researchers document split and lethal attacks in Uganda's Ngogo chimpanzees Long-term observers in Uganda report that the once-cohesive Ngogo chimpanzee community fractured after 2015, and from 2018 one faction conducted coordinated attacks that killed at least 28 group members through 2024. 1 hour ago · Uganda · 11 articles
war Two-week truce may reopen Strait of Hormuz but shipping stays cautious A US and Iran two-week ceasefire could allow limited ship movements through the Strait of Hormuz, but shippers, insurers and analysts say security, insurance and coordination constraints will keep traffic well below normal. 15 hours ago · Iran · 46 articles
finance Oil rises as markets worry over fragile US-Iran ceasefire Oil prices rebounded and Asian equities slipped as investors reacted to reports of ceasefire violations and regional military activity, and to a forceful US political message on enforcement. 12 hours ago · United States · 39 articles
war Two-week ceasefire with Iran announced as Israeli strikes on Lebanon continue A hurried two-week pause in hostilities between the US and Iran has been declared, but lack of detail, conflicting interpretations, and continued Israeli attacks on Lebanon leave the agreement at high risk of collapse. 13 hours ago · Iran · 40 articles
politics Melania Trump denies ties to Jeffrey Epstein at White House First Lady Melania Trump addressed the White House to deny any ties to Jeffrey Epstein, calling the allegations baseless and accusing opponents of seeking financial and political gain. 22 minutes ago · United States · 8 articles
war Iran says Lebanon is inseparable from ceasefire, warns of strong response Iran linked Lebanon to the US-Iran two-week truce and warned that violations would carry severe costs after deadly Israeli strikes, while Iran's nuclear agency rejected demands to limit uranium enrichment ahead of mediated talks. 6 hours ago · Iran · 17 articles
politics Trump-Rutte meeting heightens NATO tensions as US weighs base closures A frank meeting between US President Donald Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte ended with sharp criticism of European allies over Iran, renewed doubts about US commitment to the Alliance, and reports that Washington is considering punitive steps including base closures. 9 hours ago · United States · 20 articles
sports Andy Robertson confirms exit from Liverpool after nine seasons The Scottish left back announced he will depart Liverpool when his contract ends in June 2026, bringing to an end nine seasons at Anfield. 1 hour ago · United Kingdom · 8 articles
politics Iranians fear ceasefire will embolden regime and worsen repression Diaspora activists and journalists warn a two week ceasefire risks stalling efforts for regime change and could leave Iranians exposed to increased domestic repression. 3 hours ago · Iran · 10 articles
politics Trump attacks NATO and Greenland as Iran war deepens diplomatic rift President Trump renewed public attacks on NATO and repeated calls to acquire Greenland while tensions with European allies rise amid fighting with Iran and a fragile ceasefire. 16 hours ago · United States · 28 articles
war Trump announces conditional cease-fire between Israel and Iran President Trump on April 8, 2026 declared a conditional cease-fire involving Israel and Iran, but the fundamental issues that led to the war remain unresolved. 16 hours ago · Iran · 29 articles
politics Iranian delegation arrives in Pakistan for high-level peace talks Iran, the United States and other envoys will meet in Islamabad under a 10-point Iranian framework as a temporary ceasefire holds amid continued strikes in Lebanon. 11 hours ago · Pakistan · 22 articles
finance Guggenheim says demand for AI developer tools could lift a software stock Guggenheim Research says expanding demand for AI developer tools, steady subscription revenue, and upcoming product and partner catalysts position a software stock to rally in the months ahead. 5 hours ago · United States · 13 articles
war UK says Russian submarines probed North Atlantic undersea cables Defence Secretary John Healey said two Russian submarines tracked undersea cables and critical seabed infrastructure in the North Atlantic, prompting a Royal Navy response and a public warning while UK forces inspect for damage. 5 hours ago · United Kingdom · 11 articles
war EU urges Lebanon be included in US-Iran ceasefire after Israeli strikes on Beirut European capitals led by Kaja Kallas demand the new US-Iran two-week truce be expanded to Lebanon after Israeli airstrikes on Beirut killed 182 and wounded 890, prompting Hezbolá reprisals and diplomatic dispute over the agreement's geographic scope. 5 hours ago · Lebanon · 11 articles
arts Cannes 2026 competition features Farhadi, Almodovar and Zvyagintsev Organisers unveiled 21 films for the 79th Cannes main competition, highlighting international auteurs, a thinner Hollywood presence and Park Chan-wook as jury president. 7 hours ago · France · 18 articles
politics Kerala votes in crucial 2026 Assembly election Kerala held Assembly elections on April 9, 2026, in a high-stakes contest between the LDF, UDF and BJP-led NDA, with results due next month. 9 hours ago · India · 31 articles
sports Darts regulator bans transgender players from women's events The Darts Regulation Authority has adopted a policy barring transgender women from women’s tournaments after a scientific review, while allowing trans and other players to enter open events. 2 hours ago · United Kingdom · 8 articles
disaster Four people die in Channel crossing attempt off northern France French authorities say a taxi boat sank off Boulogne, killing four people as rescue teams responded and investigators prepared a press briefing. 11 hours ago · France · 18 articles